Lunar New Year Event: : Tết Bánh Chưng Workshop

Schedule

Sun Feb 08 2026 at 01:30 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

DD MAU Chinatown | Vancouver, BC

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Celebrate the spirit of Tết with a hands-on workshop dedicated to bánh chưng — the iconic square rice cake that symbolizes family, gratitude
About this Event

A Tết Lunar New Year Experience


Celebrate the spirit of Tết with a hands-on workshop dedicated to bánh chưng — the iconic square rice cake that symbolizes family, gratitude, and prosperity in Vietnamese culture.

In this immersive experience, you’ll learn the meaning and traditions behind bánh chưng while crafting your own to take home. Whether you’re new to Vietnamese food or reconnecting with tradition, this workshop is designed to be warm, informative, and deeply satisfying.



About Bánh Chưng

Bánh chưng is a traditional Vietnamese rice cake made with sticky rice, mung beans, and pork, carefully wrapped in banana leaves and cooked low and slow. It’s a staple of Lunar New Year celebrations, shared with family and loved ones to mark new beginnings.



What You’ll Experience
  • A guided, step-by-step tutorial on wrapping bánh chưng
  • A brief history of Tết and the cultural significance of bánh chưng
  • A tasting of two versions of bánh chưng:
    • Traditional steamed
    • Crispy pan-fried
  • Served with classic condiments and one complimentary drink
    (Vietnamese iced coffee or Thai tea)



What’s Included
  • Tasting of bánh chưng with accompaniments
  • One complimentary beverage
  • All tools and ingredients to build one bánh chưng
  • Your wrapped bánh chưng to take home
  • Take-home cooking & preparation instructions
  • Condiments to enjoy during Lunar New Year



Dietary Options

Please let us know at booking if you would like:

  • Savoury (pork)
  • Vegan



Why Join

Bring a piece of Tết tradition home with you — learn a timeless skill, enjoy comforting flavours, and celebrate Lunar New Year in a meaningful, hands-on way.

Perfect for friends, families, and anyone curious about Vietnamese culture.

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Where is it happening?

DD MAU Chinatown, 145 East Pender Street, Vancouver, Canada

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Tickets

CAD 108.00

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